Rusta AB (publ) (RUSTA.ST) — Stock Score Summary

Rusta AB (publ) (RUSTA.ST) has a MoatMap StockRank of 78/100 based on Quality (67/100), Value (35/100), and Momentum (58/100) factor scores. The current signal is BUY. Rusta AB is a Swedish discount retailer that fits the Peter Lynch lens of a consumer-facing concept with observable demand during inflationary periods. However, it lacks a direct link to our high-conviction macro themes.

Rusta AB is a leading Nordic discount retailer offering a wide range of home improvement, leisure, and consumer goods at low prices. The company operates a highly efficient, vertically integrated supply chain with direct sourcing from Asia and centralized distribution centers. Its competitive moat is driven by its scale, cost-leadership model, and strong brand recognition among value-conscious consumers in Sweden, Norway, and Germany.

Key Financial Metrics

Price$9.60
Market Cap$1.5B
P/E (TTM)25.33
P/E (Forward)18.74
Price/Book6.23
Return on Equity26.4%
Return on Invested Capital13.5%
Debt/Equity238.06
Gross Margin43.2%
Operating Margin12.5%
Revenue Growth9.0%
Dividend Yield1.6%
Free Cash Flow$15M

Rusta AB (publ) operates in the Department Stores industry, part of the Consumer Cyclical sector (Sweden).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rusta AB (publ)’s (RUSTA.ST) StockRank?
MoatMap’s StockRank for Rusta AB (publ) (RUSTA.ST) is 78/100, with a Buy signal. It is a composite of Quality (67), Value (35), and Momentum (58) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 19,000+ stock universe.
Does Rusta AB (publ) have an economic moat?
Rusta AB (publ) (RUSTA.ST) has a Quality factor score of 67/100. The Quality factor combines ROIC, Piotroski F-Score, and leverage — the financial fingerprints of a durable competitive advantage. A Quality score above 70 typically indicates a company with the characteristics of a moated business.
Is Rusta AB (publ) a buy, hold, or sell?
MoatMap’s current signal for Rusta AB (publ) (RUSTA.ST) is Buy, based on a StockRank of 78/100. Signals are derived mechanically from the StockRank composite and should be one input among many — combine with your own thesis on management, competitive position, and valuation.
What sector is Rusta AB (publ) in?
Rusta AB (publ) (RUSTA.ST) operates in the Consumer Cyclical sector, specifically the Department Stores industry (Sweden).
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